PhD American History

Course Overview This PhD program offers a unique opportunity to conduct advanced research in U.S. social and political history under the guidance of leading, internationally active faculty experts. Your work will make a substantial and original contribution to the field, focusing on critical themes that have shaped the American experience. The program is designed for scholars seeking to delve into the nation's complex historical narratives and their global connections. Key Program Highlights Supervision by renowned faculty with active expertise on both sides of the Atlantic Focus on pivotal areas including U.S. race relations from slavery to Black Lives Matter Deep exploration of the Cold War, the Civil War era, and transnational history Research dedicated to understanding the history of American racial violence Pursue a substantial original project that contributes new knowledge to the field